Maintenance Operative

Foxglove Care Limited; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Foxglove Care Limited is seeking a Maintenance Operative to provide high quality maintenance, repair, and improvement works across Foxglove properties at 96-98 Church Street, Sutton-On-Hull.

The role covers planned and reactive maintenance, refurbishment support, and health and safety compliance. Full UK driving licence is essential; this is a part-time, on-site position paying £13.71 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in general property maintenance.
• Basic skills in plumbing, joinery, and decorating.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Flexible and reliable.

Responsibilities

• General Maintenance
• Planned Preventative Maintenance
• Health & Safety Compliance
• Property Standards
• Contractor Support
• Materials & Equipment
• Record Keeping

Skills

General property maintenance

Plumbing basics

Joinery basics

Decorating basics

Health and safety knowledge

Independent working

Time management

Communication skills

Full UK driving licence

Flexible and reliable

Job description

Job Description

Location: 96-98 Church Street, Sutton-On-Hull

The Maintenance Operative is responsible for providing high quality maintenance, repair, and improvement works across Foxglove properties. The role ensures that all services remain safe, compliant, well maintained, and suitable for individuals receiving care and support. The post holder will carry out planned and reactive maintenance; support refurbishment works and assist with health and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• General Maintenance
• Planned Preventative Maintenance
• Health & Safety Compliance
• Property Standards
• Contractor Support
• Materials & Equipment
• Record Keeping

About The Role

Person Specification:

• Experience in general property maintenance
• Basic skills in plumbing, joinery, and decorating
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements
• Ability to work independently and manage workload
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Full UK driving licence is essential
• Flexible and reliable

About The Company

Established in 2003, Foxglove Care provides high-quality, person-centered support for adults with learning disabilities, specializing in autism and behaviors of concern. Their ethos emphasizes individualized care in ordinary homes within community settings, adapting to changing needs. Operating small residences with no more than three individuals, they ensure personalized attention and a supportive environment. Since 2016, Foxglove Supported Living has extended their services, offering care to individuals in their own homes. Committed to empowering individuals, Foxglove Care enables clients to lead fulfilling lives with dignity and respect.

Company Culture

Foxglove Care fosters a compassionate and inclusive company culture centered around dignity, respect, and empowerment. The organization is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where both staff and the individuals they care for can thrive. With a strong emphasis on person-centered care, Foxglove Care values teamwork, continuous learning, and professional development to ensure the highest standards of service. Employees are encouraged to build meaningful relationships, promoting trust and a sense of community. Through open communication, integrity, and a commitment to excellence, Foxglove Care cultivates a workplace that is both rewarding and impactful, where every individual is valued and supported.

Required Criteria

• Full Clean Driver's Licence Essential

Desired Criteria

• Experience in general property maintenance

Closing Date

Thursday 15th October, 2026

Contract Type

parttime

Salary

£13.71 Hourly